Welcome to the Careers section of our school website. This page is designed to help parents and carers understand how we support students to make informed decisions about their future education, training, and employment. We believe that strong partnerships between school and home are key to successful career planning. Please explore all of the sections within the careers area for more detailed information. However, below we have outlined some of the key information for you.

 

Our Careers Programme

Our careers programme aims to ensure that all students:

• Understand the full range of education, training, and employment options available to them
• Develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to make informed career decisions
• Are well prepared for the next stage of their education or employment

Careers education is delivered through lessons, tutor time, enrichment activities, and dedicated careers events across all year groups.

 

Independent Careers Guidance

All students have access to independent, impartial careers guidance. This includes:

• One-to-one careers interviews with a qualified careers adviser
• Small group guidance sessions where appropriate
• Targeted support for students with SEND, those eligible for pupil premium, and students who may need additional guidance

Parents and carers are welcome to contact the Careers Leader if they feel their child would benefit from additional support.

 

Key Education and Training Pathways

We provide information, advice, and guidance on all post-16 and post-18 pathways, including:

Post-16 Options

• A Levels
• Vocational and technical qualifications
• T Levels
• Apprenticeships

Post-18 Options

• University
• Degree apprenticeships
• Higher and advanced apprenticeships
• Employment with training

Students are supported to understand entry requirements, progression routes, and how their subject choices affect future opportunities.

 

Labour Market Information (LMI)

Students and parents are encouraged to explore labour market information to understand:

• Local and national employment trends
• Growing industries and skills shortages
• Salary expectations and career progression routes

We use up-to-date information from trusted sources such as the National Careers Service to support informed decision-making.

For more LMI information, please explore our dedicated page here.

 

Employer Encounters and Work Experience

We work closely with employers, colleges, universities, and training providers to give students meaningful encounters with the world of work. These include:

• Careers fairs and employer talks
• Workplace visits and work shadowing
• Work experience placements
• Skills workshops and enterprise activities

Parents and carers who would like to support our careers programme or offer workplace opportunities are encouraged to get in touch.

For more information on work experience, please explore our dedicated page here.

 

Careers Events and Key Dates

Throughout the year, we run a range of careers-related events, including:

• Options evenings
• Careers information evenings for parents
• College, apprenticeship, and university talks
• Mock interview days

Details of upcoming events will be shared via the school calendar and newsletters.

 

How Parents and Carers Can Help

Parents and carers play a vital role in career decision-making. You can help by:

• Talking positively about different career pathways
• Encouraging your child to research their interests and strengths
• Attending careers and options events
• Supporting applications for courses, apprenticeships, or employment

Guides and resources to support career conversations at home will be added to this page.

 

Destinations and Outcomes

We track and review student destinations after they leave school to ensure they progress to positive outcomes. This includes education, employment, or training.

Destination data helps us evaluate and improve our careers programme and ensure it meets the needs of all students.

 

Gatsby Benchmarks

Our careers programme is aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks for good careers guidance. This ensures students receive:

• A stable careers programme
• Access to labour market information
• Encounters with employers and employees
• Experiences of workplaces
• Personal guidance

 

Unifrog

What is Unifrog?

Unifrog is designed to support learners in making informed decisions about their futures, with a range of tools that are suitable for all year groups. Each student has their own account that provides a range of information related to their interests and aspirations.

Key features of the platform for students include:

• Psychometric testing quizzes
• Career and subject exploration
• Webinars and interactive short courses
• Self-reflection and portfolio building tools
• Search tools for live apprenticeship and employer opportunities, and university courses
• Application and essay-building tools

Students at Unifrog schools can log in from any computer, tablet, or smartphone. We encourage you to use the platform with your child so you can support them through the process of deciding on their next steps.

We encourage you to use the platform with your child so you can support them through the process of deciding on their next steps.

You can create your own parent account where you’ll be able to see what your child is doing on Unifrog, including any interactions tagged against their name and any upcoming events we’ve logged for them. You’ll also be able to use all the same tools your child can to support them on their Unifrog journey.

For a parent/carer account to be created on Unifrog:

• First, the parent/carer's email has to be added in the parent/carer field for the child
• Then the parent/carer can open their account here: www.unifrog.org/parent

You can open your account using your email address or using Single Sign-On with a Microsoft or Google email account.

You’ll also have the option to sign up to Unifrog’s parent/carer newsletter to get expert advice and guidance on supporting your child with their next steps.

For more information, go to www.unifrog.org

Careers A – Z

A	Apprenticeship – A paid job where you work, train, and earn a qualification at the same time. For more information https://www.gov.uk/become-apprentice
B	Bursary – Extra money to help students with costs like travel or equipment.
C	CV (Curriculum Vitae) – A short document that shows your skills, experience and achievements. Career Pathway – The steps you take to get into a career.
D	Degree – A qualification you get from a university. Deadline – The last date you can apply or hand something in.
E	Employability Skills – Skills employers want, like teamwork, communication and time management. Experience – Things you’ve done that help you learn skills (work, volunteering, clubs).
F	Further Education (FE) – Education after GCSEs (college, sixth form). Full-time – Working around 35–40 hours a week.
G	Gap Year – A year out to work, travel or volunteer before your next step. Graduate – Someone who has finished a university degree.
H	Higher Education (HE) – Education after sixth form, usually university. Higher Apprenticeship – An apprenticeship at a higher level, sometimes leading to a degree.
I	Interview – A meeting where you answer questions to show why you’re right for a job or course. Industry – A group of similar jobs (e.g., healthcare, construction).
J	Job Role – What your job actually involves day to day. Job Description – A list of tasks and skills needed for a job.
K	Key Skills – Important skills like maths, English, teamwork and problem-solving.
L	Labour Market – Information about jobs that are available and in demand. Level – The difficulty of a qualification (e.g., Level 2, Level 3).
M	Mock Interview – A practice interview. Motivation – Your reason for wanting a job or course.
N	Networking – Meeting people who can help you learn about jobs and opportunities.
O	Open Day – A visit to a college, sixth form or university. Options – Subjects or pathways you can choose.
P	Part-time – Working fewer hours than full-time. Personal Statement – A piece of writing explaining why you want a course or job. Placement – Time spent working to gain experience.
Q	Qualifications – Certificates that show what you’ve achieved (GCSEs, A-levels).
R	References – People who can say good things about you to an employer. Routes – Different ways to get into a career (university, apprenticeship, work).
S	Skills – Things you’re good at, like communication or problem-solving. Salary – The money you earn from a job. Sixth Form – Education after GCSEs, usually A-levels or BTECs.
T	T-Level – is a college course after GCSEs that mixes classroom learning with a long industry placement to prepare you for a specific career. For more information https://www.tlevels.gov.uk/students Training – Learning the skills you need for a job. Traineeship – A short programme to help you get ready for work or an apprenticeship.
U	UCAS – The system used to apply for university in the UK. University – Where you study for degrees and higher qualifications.
V	Vacancy – A job that’s available. Volunteering – Working for free to gain experience and skills.
W	Work Experience – Time spent in a workplace to learn about a job. Wages – Money you earn, often paid weekly or monthly.
X	X-factor – Something that makes you stand out (skills, experience, attitude).
Y	Year 11 / Year 13 – Important years for making career and education decisions.
Z	Zone of Comfort – Staying with what feels safe; careers advice often encourages trying new things.

 

Contact Us

If you have any questions about careers education or would like further support for your child, please contact:

Name: Lucy Mulryan
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Phone: 01388 603388

We welcome feedback from parents and carers and value your involvement in supporting students’ future success.